Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Be a part of ground-breaking discoveries

If you're interested in the structure and function of the human body, then this is the degree for you. The Bachelor of Biomedical Science prepares you for a career in a wide range of biomedical fields. You’ll gain experience and ‘career-ready’ skills on campus in our world-class, medical science precinct including specialised laboratory spaces.

Prepare for cutting-edge thinking by learning from active biomedical researchers who contribute to world leading research discoveries.

Course overview

You'll study core courses in biomedical science that provide advanced theoretical knowledge in:

• anatomy
• bioinformatics
• cell and molecular biology
• experimental design and analysis
• genetics and immunology
• medical biochemistry
• microbiology
• neuroscience
• nutritional science
• pathophysiology
• pharmacology
• physiology

Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

Upon graduation, you will have the knowledge and skills to contribute to the global advancement of medical research, improved practice, government policy and the pharmaceutical industry including new drug development projects. Graduates can complete further studies in health and medicine, or work in a variety of industries including allied health, pharmaceutical, biotechnology industries, research or academia.

Professional outcomes:

• Biomedical Researcher
• Clinical Research Coordinator
• Laboratory Scientist
• Pharmaceutical Scientist
• Reproductive Medicine/IVF Technician
• Science Educator/Communicator

Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022-2024, undergraduate Science & Mathematics